Utah Knife Works | Original Tracker Survival Knife

A project in Woods Cross, UT by Mark Russon
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Production of the widely known "Tracker" style survival knife as originally designed in 1981 by Robb Russon.
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Backers: 223
Average Pledge Per Backer: $163

Funded: $36,383 of $8,000
Dates: Nov 7th -> Dec 7th (30 days)
Project By: Mark Russon
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Latest News

Problems with add-ons

November 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Many people have expressed their frustration in trying to add on the Panther knife after making the initial pledge.  I put a few comments out from backers who were able to get it to work.  Here is some new information: Increase pledge by $40 for... (Read More)

Panther add-ons

November 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Many have said that they are having trouble adding the Panther knife after making a pledge.  It's hard for me to actually try it, as the owner of the project.  But many knives have been added on, so it should be possible.  This is what I read in... (Read More)

Panther hunting/camp knife offered as an add-on

November 16th - via: kickstarter.com
The Panther is the perfect companion to the Tracker!  Matching black micarta handles, with the same D2 tool steel.  The 4" blade is hollow ground for exceptional cutting ability, with a fine tip for detail work.  Overall length is 8.5". The UKW... (Read More)

Bevel grinds

November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Just a note on how the bevels will be ground: there has always been a lot of debate about exactly what kind of grind the blade should have on this type of knife, and how the curved and straight bevels blend into each other.  The grind shown in the... (Read More)

Phenomenal kickoff!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
It's hard to believe--I hit my financial goal in less than 24 hours.  I hope this is an indication of much more support to come.  I will give updates on fine-tuning the knife as things progress.  Thank you all for joining this great project!  (Read More)

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